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On the Pacific Norh West’s Snake and Columbia Rivers with Lewis and Clark
An American Cruise Line Adventure Photo-by-Ritu-JethaniDreamstime.com Resources Cruise It Expedia Booking.com Hotels.com Get Your Guide Magnificent scenery followed us along ...
Don’t Book a Hotel Before You Read This
Q&A with Hotel Management Guru Peter Anderson To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, guides in South Africa, ...
A Weekend in Soweto, South Africa
Music, Art, and Smiles To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, guides in South Africa, use these links ...
A Few Days in Johannesburg
My Checklist for Planning A Few Days in Johannesburg, South Africa To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, ...
Bicycling Victoria
Touring Victoria, BC, and the Vancouver Island Rainforest by Bike By Dan Shryock To book and compare prices for hotels, ...
Spend a Day or Two in Lucca, Italy
Cycling Through History and Charm To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, and tour guides in Tucson, use ...
Travel: A Catalyst for Healthy Longevity
A Report by the Global Coalition on Aging To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, and tour guides, ...
How To Spot Fake Currency When You Travel
Currency Tips: How to Spot Counterfeits To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, and tour guides, use these ...
Surprising Tucson
Gastronomy, Animal Adventures, and Stars You Won't See in Hollywood To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, and ...
Getting One’s Goat in Jamaica
A Stunning All-Inclusive in Jamaica: Sunset At The Palms To book and compare prices for hotels, rental cars, guides in ...
I Found The Perfect Safari
Safari With Us--September 2025 Listen to the Podcast Here Are you ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us ...
Out of Your Comfort Zone
Don't Let Your Dreams Be Killed in the Comfort Zone Many of us have been fed the belief that by ...
Solo Travel Wisdom
JourneyWoman's Solo Travel I was honored to be Awarded the JourneyWoman Solo Travel Wisdom Award for my essay on how ...
The British Virgin Islands–By Fyllis Hockman with Victor Block
The Sailing Capital of the World Lambert Beach at the Wyndham Hotel in Tortola was a special place to while ...
Forget Your Bathing Suit
South Pacific Adventures for Non-Swimmers When you think of the South Pacific, what comes to mind? Pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, ...
Cooperstown, NY–By Fyllis Hockman with Victor Block
A Drinking Town with a Baseball Problem Cooperstown Main Street, Photo courtesy of This is Cooperstown The year is 1954 ...
Exploring Malta
A Hidden Gem for the Ageless Traveler Malta has long been a strategic jewel in the Mediterranean, its rich history ...
Safari in Namibia
Baobab Game Ranch: Let's Go On a Namibian Safari Baobab Game Ranch, nestled in the unique ecological landscape of Namibia, ...
United Nations Summit of The Future
A First-Hand review of the United Nations Summit of the Future and the Future of World Tourism By Adriane Berg, ...
Travel for Men Over 60
Transformative Journeys for 60+ Men Key Takeaways The transformative power of travel: Travel can change lives by offering profound, often ...
Travel as a Personal Journey
Rediscovering Connections In our chat with Margaret Wagner, we traverse through an inspiring tale of rediscovery and emotional connection. Wagner ...
Telling Stories Through Souvenirs: Unearthing Personal Histories
Telling Stories Through Souvenirs: Unearthing Personal Histories In an age where digital memories often overshadow tangible keepsakes, I asked Martie ...
The Transformative Journey of Walking El Camino
The Transformative Journey of Walking El Camino Walking the Camino de Santiago, often referred to as 'El Camino' or 'The ...
Rediscovering the Heartland
Rediscovering the Heartland through Solo Biking In April, 2024, Heidi Beierle published her memoir, Heidi Across America, recounting her solo ...
This Chair Rocks
Insights on Ageism from Ashton Applewhite Ashton Applewhite is an internationally recognized authority on ageism. She is the author of ...
Discovering Greenville, SC
Guest Blogger, Victor Block Visits Historic Greenville, SC When I first heard mention of Greenville, South Carolina, I had to ...
Embracing the Nomadic Dream
Insights and Inspiration for the Ageless Traveler Adult Gap Years and Extended Stay Cruises and Retirement Sabbaticals are Trending. For ...
Mountain Lake Lodge, AKA Kellerman’s Resort–By Fyllis Hockman
Where Dirty Dancing Comes to Life Photo courtesy of Mountain Lakes Lodge Relive the Dirty Dancing Movie at the Kellerman's ...
Solo Travel
Empowerment, Safety, and the Golden Gap Year Traveling has always been synonymous with freedom, but when freedom meets solitude, the ...
Before You Go: Featuring “We Travel There” Podcast
Get Ready for Adventure with "Before You Go" on The Ageless Traveler! Welcome to "Before You Go," a recurring feature ...
Artificial Intelligence And Tourism
Report On The Cog X Conference The CogX conference in Los Angeles on May 7th drew a diverse crowd, including ...
Navigating Airports with Ease
How Volunteer Programs Transform Traveler Experiences Air travel can often be the most stressful part of any journey. The bustling ...
Grand Circle Blue Danube River Cruise–By Fyllis Hockman
What Happens on the Ship Stays on the Ship The Riverboat Aria--Grand Circle Tours So yes, of course, the highlights ...
Hotel design for the Ageless Traveler
The Boomer Room Boomers, those of us born between 1946 and 1964, have dictated design trends since the invention of ...
Right Sizing Your Home for a Life of Travel
Embrace Adventure Without the Baggage Many of us Ageless Travelers find that the home we love is also a barrier ...
A Perfect Visit To Family-Friendly Grapevine, Texas
Where history meets entertainment and relaxation. Whether you're seeking a whirlwind day trip or a week-long getaway, Grapevine offers something ...
Embracing Aging Solo
Strategies for Independence and Connection We all see it, and many of us fear it. The aging pattern is shifting ...
Our New Contributing Writer
Victor Block's Scotland In 1093, the monarch of Scotland directed a group of men to race up a steep hill ...
Introducing Our New Contributing Writer
Fyllis Hockman Reveals Her Favorite Destinations When my 15-year-old granddaughter, Talya, asked me my favorite destination, I had to take ...
Serengeti Safari in Tanzania
"Where Dreams and Reality are One" by Charlotte Tomic As a world traveler, having been to most places you can ...
Addressing Travel Concerns for Those with Cognitive Challenges
Understanding and Mitigating Travel Worries A common theme expressed by individuals with dementia or their caregivers who wish to travel ...
12 Best Retirement Hobbies for Seniors
A List of Pastimes for Seniors from Road Scholar Retirement can be a shock to the system. The job that ...
Travel and Adventure Show in New York City
Showcasing diverse exhibitors, speakers, and entertainment The Travel and Adventure Show in New York City, held on January 27th and ...
Volunteer Opportunities for Seniors
Great Volunteering Ideas from Road Scholar Volunteering in retirement doesn't just benefit the world; it benefits the retiree. Staying involved ...
CareGiver Travel Part I
Overcoming Barriers to Lifelong Travel Special Message to Readers: This article regarding my podcast interview with Star Bradbury CEO of ...
Embracing Balance and Purpose
A Journey with Susan Sommers In today's fast-paced society, finding inner harmony and a sense of direction can be akin ...
Immersive Delights in Las Vegas
Meow Wolf and ARTE Museum Experiences On a recent trip to Las Vegas, I discovered that Sin City has also ...
The Beauty of Jazz
A Conversation with Angie Wells Note: The following article is a transcription of a conversation with Angie Wells, a renowned ...
Bright Eyes and Adventurous Journeys
A Traveler's Guide to Eye Health Are you an enthusiastic globetrotter with a passion for exploring new horizons? If so, ...
The Power of Volunteering for Life Satisfaction
Discover AmeriCorps Seniors Listen to the Podcast As we journey through life, we often seek opportunities to make a meaningful ...
A Brief Look at Buying a Second Home
Guest Ronan McMahon of Real Estate Trends Listen to the Podcast Do you harbor the dream of owning a second ...
Luxury Travel for Less
Mastering the Art of Luxury Travel on a Budget: Tips and Tools Embarking on a journey to 110 countries over ...
The Ultimate Pickelball Vacation
From Road Scholar …Here's Why You Should Go Listen to the Podcast Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in America, has taken ...
The Astonishing Rise of Pickleball
A Non-Players Perspective Listen to the Podcast As someone who has never swung a pickleball paddle or volleyed a wiffle ...
Find Theatre and Performance Art for Children
A Resource Guide for Children's Theater Listen to the Podcast If you are a culture vulture like me, you love ...
Introducing Children to Theatre
A Magical Journey Through Wonderland Listen to the Podcast My dad was the attorney for most Broadway theaters, so my ...
A Checklist for Grandparent Travel
From Packing to Insurance, Here are the Essentials for Grandparent Travel Listen to the Podcast OK, you have your parent's ...
Grandparent Travel Tips
Exploring the World with Grandkids Listen to the Podcast When I was six years old, my parents decided to send ...
Faceoff! How to Write a Travel Memoir
Percy Chatbott vs Me Which is Better? You Be the Judge A few weeks ago, while planning a YouTube with ...
On Her Way To Count Dracula’s Castle
Explore the World and Nurture Our Well-being Listen to Episode 2 of The Ageless Traveler and you will hear Fitness ...
Stay Fit While Traveling
Unlocking the Benefits of a Wellness Coach for Healthier Travel So, what exactly is a wellness coach? According to Risa ...
Maximize Your Spa Experience
Hydrotherapy, Spa Treatments and Age-Friendly Hotels When asked about the one spa treatment we should try, Peter Anderson, our Advisory ...
The Role of Travel on Social Experiences
The Impact of Travel in Overcoming Age Barriers Travel has always been an experience giving individuals the opportunity to discover ...
Guest Blog: Road Scholar Presents–A Normandy Tribute
A Moving Experience for Road Scholar Military Veterans in Normandy By Guest Blogger, Road Scholar*: This September, a group of ...
Guest Blog: The Comfort of Our Comfort Zones
The Statistics Are In By Guest Blogger, Talkers' Magazine*: I LIKE WHAT I LIKE The average American hasn't tried a ...
Guest Blog: The Art of Forest Bathing for Health and Serenity
Shinrin-Yoku By Guest Blogger, Susan Sommers*: In the 1980s, the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries introduced the concept ...
Elevate Your Home with Balconista:
Luxury Hotel-Inspired Balcony Decor As a devoted admirer of the world of interior design, and a devotee to luxury hotels, ...
Highway 62 Open Studios Art Tours:
Culture Vulturing in the Gateway Cities to Joshua Tree National Park The enchanting landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park have ...
Guest Blog: The Travelers’ Mind
The Travelers' Mind By Guest Blogger, Pilar Sanchez*: Last November, I went on a week-long journey to explore my life's ...
Unlocking the Secrets of Error Fares
Your Ticket to Affordable Air Travel By Ezmeralda Bluggage*: Imagine booking a long-haul flight to your dream destination at a ...
Celebrating Older Persons
The World Celebrates the Older Person! The United Nations International Day of Older Persons every year on October 1st (Monday, ...
Curtain Down, Chin Up
Curtain Down, Chin Up: How and Why You Must Save Live Theatre Right Now It is with a heavy heart ...
Why “The Last Laugh” on Netflix is Must See Viewing
Why "The Last Laugh" on Netflix is Must See Viewing Have you seen the Netflix movie The Last Laugh? If not, ...
How to Find Your Bliss After Retiring
How to Find Your Bliss After Retiring If you ask most people how their retirement is going, they answer, "I'm ...
Just Stop It! Don’t Talk About Health in Restaurants
Just Stop It! Don't Talk About Your Health in Restaurants Hearing about your gall bladder while I'm eating onion soup ...
The Ageless Traveler: Never Stop Traveling
The Ageless Traveler: Never Stop Traveling Since I was twelve, I have been a traveler. So far, it has taken ...
The Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Discover the Philly Fringe Festival, The best Italian Restaurant, and Group Walks of Philly-Empty Nesters Go to Philadelphia Our youngest ...
Hotel Design for the Ageless Traveler
Regarding age-friendly hotel design, here are several principles on which to rely. The Boomer Room: Hotel Design for the Ageless ...
Tear Up Your Bucket List
Tear Up Your Bucket List-Why Making a Bucket List May Stop You from Traveling I am sitting in the Silvio ...
Confessions of a Theater Addict
Confessions of a Theater Addict-My name is Adriane, and I am a theater addict. Are you one too? Every morning, ...
Will Accessible Tourism Set the Post COVID-19 Standard?
What to do post-Covid to keep you and others safe. Will Accessible Tourism Set the Post COVID-19 Standard? Even though ...
Is Dental Tourism Right for You?
Is Dental Tourism Right for You? Or How We Saved $30,000 and Got a Great Smile-Dental Tourism: The Good, the ...
